Respiratory Therapy

For Respiratory Therapy, the application deadline is December 31.

Graduates find employment as respiratory therapists in acute and community care environments, diagnostic laboratories and specialised units such as neonatal intensive care. With experience they can move into education, research, administration or management positions within the health sector.

The diploma combines evidence-based theory with extensive hands-on training, including five hospital-based or community-based practicums, high-fidelity simulation, virtual-reality labs and inter-professional learning alongside nursing and health-science students. Core study covers anatomy, pathophysiology, physiology, pharmacology, system assessments and critical-thinking skills.

• Flexible delivery options with virtual lectures.
• Hands-on learning in on-site labs.
• State-of-the-art simulation and virtual-reality facilities.
• Five clinical practicums in hospitals or community settings.
• Inter-professional education with nursing and health-science peers.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina, is a hands-on institution known for industry-focused technical and vocational education. Established roots and modern facilities support a practical approach to learning that prepares students for direct entry into the workforce. The Regina campus offers applied programs designed to meet regional and national labour needs, with a student body that includes a significant international presence and a commitment to experiential learning.

Programs cover a broad range of trades, health technologies, business and engineering technologies, with 27 distinct options that emphasize applied skills, labs and work placements. Strong partnerships with local employers shape curricula and create practicum and co-op opportunities, allowing students to build professional networks and accumulate workplace experience before graduation. Faculty with industry backgrounds provide mentorship and skill-focused instruction aligned with employer expectations.

Campus services support both domestic and international students through advising, skills development and career-centred workshops, helping graduates navigate job search and credential recognition. The college’s practical training model, combined with vibrant community ties in Regina, makes it a pragmatic choice for students seeking applied learning and clear pathways into employment across Saskatchewan and beyond.